Zola, Emile
Claude's Confession (Mint Editions)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781513282145
- author:
- Zola, Emile
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Graphic Arts Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 148
- Dimensions:
- 20.3 x 12.7 x 0.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Classics, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Claude's Confession is a novel by French author Émile Zola, written in 1865. Its publication sparked controversy and led to Zola losing his job, but it also marked the beginning of his career as one of France's leading experimental writers.
The story follows Claude, a young man living in Paris, as he navigates poverty, loneliness, and the harsh realities of city life. His life is turned upside down when he falls for a woman who lives in his building, despite her profession being stigmatized at the time. As their relationship deepens, they face the challenges of a society that often overlooks those on the margins.
This edition of Claude's Confession offers a fresh perspective on Zola's work, reimagined for modern readers. With its focus on truth and the human condition, it remains a powerful exploration of love, hope, and the complexities of modern life.